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Health
Maharashtra FDA Seizes Rs 55.72 Cr Worth Food
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🗓 06 Aug 2026, 04:17 AM
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The Maharashtra FDA has seized unsafe food worth Rs 55.72 crore and suspended 165 licenses in a two-month crackdown. This move aims to ensure public health and safety.
In a significant move to protect public health, the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has conducted a thorough crackdown on unsafe food products. Over the course of two months, the FDA has successfully seized food items worth a staggering Rs 55.72 crore. This extensive operation highlights the commitment of the Maharashtra FDA to ensuring that only safe and quality food reaches the consumers. The crackdown also resulted in the suspension of 165 licenses, further emphasizing the regulatory body's zero-tolerance policy towards substandard food products.